am trying to improve my interviewing skills because I am frustrated that I haven’t been hired anywhere, but my mother told me not to over-prepare and I should “be myself” and “say what I really think” instead of trying to tell them exactly what they want to hear. interviewingWhat do you think? Follow them. MORE >>

A reader writes: I recently had a great interview for a part-time temp position and was asked if I would be willing to come in later this week to meet with the person whose position I would be filling in for. The interviewer was very interested in my years of experience in this position and willingness to start ASAP. references MORE >>

To reference or not to reference, that is the question many jobseekers ask when it comes to their CVs. Unfortunately most then decide to reference and along with writing the words “CV” or “Curriculum Vitae” on your…well, CV, this is one sure sign your job search is in need of a makeover. References available on request”. MORE >>

After you have constructed the perfect resume and applied for the perfect job you will hopefully receive that favourite phone call congratulating you on receiving an interview request. This is why you need to demonstrate to the interviewer that you not only possess the right skills, and that you are also the right fit for the company. MORE >>

→ Back Door References Can Hurt Posted on February 9, 2009 by johanna Several of my colleagues are concerned by their “back-door&# references, or unintentional references. One colleague was told, “Oh those people you worked with > 10 years ago, that reference wasn’t a good one.&# MORE >>